Executive Assistant to CEO | Strategic Calendar & Travel

The Larko Group

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

The Larko Group is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support its Chief Executive Officer in Chicago. This high-impact role acts as a trusted partner, ensuring the CEO is prepared, informed, and able to operate at their best across a dynamic schedule, travel, and client commitments.

You will manage the CEO’s calendar, coordinate meetings and events, handle travel logistics, draft correspondence, and prepare materials.

Qualifications

  • 7–10 years of experience supporting a C-suite executive.
  • Flexible to work outside standard hours, including weekends as needed.
  • Highly service-oriented with attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Strong written and verbal communication with internal teams and clients.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, schedule meetings/events, and prepare daily briefings with discretion.
  • Maintain weekly priorities and action items, with status updates and organized materials.
  • Coordinate with clients for meetings and business development activities.
  • Plan business travel itineraries and related logistics for domestic and international trips.
  • Draft correspondence and prepare polished client-facing materials and presentations.
  • Organize sensitive documents across physical and electronic formats; manage travel expenses.
  • Support meetings/events from start to finish, including venue, catering, and on-site coordination.
  • Maintain accurate records in the company CRM and internal systems.

Skills

Calendar management
Executive support
Travel coordination
Business communication
Event planning
Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Word
PowerPoint
Excel

Job description

The Larko Group is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support its Chief Executive Officer in Chicago. This high-impact role acts as a trusted partner, ensuring the CEO is prepared, informed, and able to operate at their best across a dynamic schedule, travel, and client commitments.

You will manage the CEO’s calendar, coordinate meetings and events, handle travel logistics, draft correspondence, and prepare materials.

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